Find A Word Nicer Than Stupid Song!

CHORUS: Find a word nicer than stupid,

Use a word kinder than jerk.

Find a word gentler than idiot,

And you’ll see how nicely they work...

…to make the people feel better, to put them in the proper mood,

To hear your true intentions, that you want to help them improve.

So things will go more smoothly, so there’ll be fewer mistakes.

So everyone will feel good inside. Nice words is what it takes.

So don’t call anyone crazy. Stop using “horrible” too.

Stop using words that insult and degrade and only elevate you.

Use words that uplift and encourage, that make the person feel nice.

Oh I know it’s hard being told what to do, but I hope you take this advice.

So don’t call anyone lazy. Don’t say, “What’s the matter with you?!”

Don’t say, “Well, if you had any brains…” ‘cause if you do the one without them is you.

Never say someone is rotten. Don’t say that someone’s no good.

Don’t say, “Oh, he’s ridiculous.” You’ll be saying things that you should-n’t.

Just don’t use pejorative phrases. And don’t use belittling terms.

Don’t say things that’ll make them feel bad. Don’t say things that will hurt.

CHORUS: Yes, find a word nicer than stupid,

Use a word kinder than jerk.

Find a word gentler than idiot,

And you’ll see how nicely they work.

And never use words that are swearing. Never, oh never, oh no.

Or any words that are offensive at all, don’t let them out of your throat.

Don’t even let yourself think them. Replace them with words that are nice.

Replace them with words that are gentle and kind. There’s no better advice.

And always be kind in your thinking. Remember thoughts are more important than words.

Your thoughts set up the way you view everything, even though nothing is heard.

And don’t call anyone nicknames, even if they say they don’t mind.

Just call people by their G-d given names, even if the nicknames are kind.

CHORUS: Yes, find a word nicer than stupid,

Use a word kinder than jerk.

Find a word gentler than idiot,

And you’ll see how nicely they work.

Find the good in each person, amplify that in your mind.

Everyone does what they think is right, when you judge them try to be kind.

Oh it takes a little while to accomplish. Bad words are automatic for most folks.

But once you elevate your way of thinking, you’ll have something that you really can boast about.

CHORUS: So, find a word nicer than stupid,

Use a word kinder than jerk.

Find a word gentler than idiot,

And you’ll see how nicely they work.

Say things like, “I know that you’re trying.” Or say, “Look, we all make mistakes.”

Say, “Don’t feel pressured because of me. Take your time, whatever it takes.”

Say, “How about doing it this way?” Or, “I found that this way works the best.”

Or, “However you do it is fine with me, I’m just thankful that you’re letting me rest.”

Say, “Next time it’s sure to be better.” Say, “Not bad for the first time around.”

And sometimes it’s better to say not a thing, just approve without making a sound.

Say, “To me it’s not so important. What’s important is your happiness, dear.”

Or, “I know you have reasons why you do what you do, maybe you could make them more clear.”

Try to say words like “terrific.” Say, “Fine,” “Very good,” or “Great!”

Say, “That looks nice,” or “That’s a job well done,” or “I’ve got plenty of time to wait."

CHORUS: Yes, find a word nicer than stupid,

Use a word kinder than jerk.

Find a word gentler than idiot,

And you’ll see how nicely they work.

Yes you’ll see how nicely they work.

Yes you’ll see… how nicely they work.